BLUE CHEESE AND TOMATO SPREAD

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From the Greek Island of Chios. Adapted from The Foods of the Greek Islands. Posted for ZWT6. Tomatoes may be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated.

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h1m

Yield 2 1/2 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs tomatoes, cored, halved and seeded
1 cup blue cheese, crumbled, at room temperature (aged Gorgonzola preferred)
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 -3 tablespoon vodka (or white rum) (optional)
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Arrange tomatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer, cut side up.
  • Bake for 1 hour, until they shrink to half their original size.
  • Let cool, then puree.
  • Just before serving, mash cheeses together with a fork.
  • Stir in tomatoes; mixture should be somewhat coarse.
  • Add vodka or rum.
  • Drizzle with oil and stir to mix; oil should not be completely incorporated.
  • Place in a serving bowl and sprinkle with mint.

Snack M
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy snack or appetizer. I love the combination of blue cheese and tomatoes.


Musa kazim hussain
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I doubled the recipe and it was still gone in a flash. This is definitely a recipe I'll be making again and again.


Jack Dawson
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The spread is creamy and flavorful, with a slight tang from the tomatoes.


Cameron Anley
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I made this spread for a party and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Kulb Tamang
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This recipe is a keeper! It's simple, delicious, and always a hit with my guests.


Muzamil Muzamil
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This spread is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving it with crackers or pita bread.


Eya Ayari
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I followed the recipe exactly and the spread turned out great. It was creamy and flavorful.


Chantell Bezuidenhout
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I made this spread for my book club meeting and everyone raved about it. I will definitely be making it again.


Zargul Khan
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This spread is perfect for a summer party or picnic.


Husam Albitar
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I'm not a fan of blue cheese, but I still enjoyed this spread. The tomatoes and cream cheese balance out the strong flavor of the cheese.


Pradesh Powanraj
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes from your garden.


Isa Vargas
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Just made this spread and it was a hit! My friends loved it and it was gone in minutes. Definitely a keeper!


Mohammad , Jabban
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This blue cheese and tomato spread is a delightful appetizer or snack. It's easy to make and has a delicious, creamy texture with a tangy kick from the blue cheese and tomatoes. I highly recommend it!


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